Lactation Consultant

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Responsible for providing information and education regarding breastfeeding to patients and families and assists patients with the establishment of lactation.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

• Providing lactation assessment, planning, education and instruction to patients and family
• Identifies and aids in resolution of breastfeeding difficulties, develops care plans with staff to meet individual patient's needs and provides follow-up consultations
• Offering post-delivery consultative care to patients: breastfeeding/Chest feeding, family bonding and planning
• Evaluating patient's response to care and initiates independent and/or collaborative changes where appropriate
• Coordination and management of care for patients, including those with complex needs
• Provides information and education regarding breastfeeding to maternity and NICU staff

Education Associate's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

• Certified Lactation Counselor/Consultant [CLC]
• Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice preferred
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant [IBCLC]
• International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) preferred

Lactation consulting 2-3 years preferred

• Strong patient/customer service skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

• Remote Type Onsite
• Work Location 81 Highland Avenue
• Scheduled Weekly Hours 20
• Employee Type Regular
• Work Shift Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range $29.81 - $47.79/Hourly Grade 5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications;

however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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